Guiri facts for kids

Graffito in Palma, Mallorca. "Eat the Guiri"

Guiri (pronounced [ˈɡiɾi]) is a colloquial Spanish word often used in Spain to refer to uncouth foreign tourists, particularly from the United Kingdom. However, it can be applied to people from other Northern European countries. In most Latin American countries, a synonym for guiri is gringo. Although somewhat pejorative, it is not considered a slur by Spanish speakers if used as a lighthearted tease.

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In Spanish: Guiri para niños